Talking shop: Family Dollar, Target drive traffic through food
By Petah Marian | 8 October 2010
Following Family Dollar Stores' results announcement last week, it seems that an expanded food selection is proving to be a winning strategy for general merchandise retailers in the US.
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Following Family Dollar Stores' results announcement last week, it seems that an expanded food selection is proving to be a winning strategy for general merchandise retailers in the US.

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